National Bank torpedoes stricter checks on social housing candidates’ bank accounts

National Bank torpedoes stricter checks on social housing candidates’ bank accounts

social housing Flanders demanded an overview of all the bank accounts of candidate social tenants, but according to the National Bank, this is “contrary” to the law. Since January 1, prospective social tenants have had to submit to the so-called ‘means test’, a somewhat controversial measure introduced by Flemish Minister of Housing Matthias Diependaele (N-VA). … Read more

Proposed Compensation Changes Could Slash $30 Billion in Real Estate Agents’ Commissions

Proposed Compensation Changes Could Slash $30 Billion in Real Estate Agents’ Commissions

Real estate agents’ commissions could be under pressure if new proposals to change their compensation become reality. Image source: iStock/Getty Images US Real Estate Agents’ High Commissions Could Be Slashed by $30 Billion Buying a home is expensive these days, but beyond the high prices and burdensome mortgage rates, costly commissions for real estate agents … Read more

Home Sales Show Increase in January Amidst Supply and Demand,

Home Sales Show Increase in January Amidst Supply and Demand,

Latest Trends in the Real Estate Market – Expert Analysis Record-breaking Home Sales Increase in January The real estate market has begun this year on a promising note, with January witnessing a significant surge in home sales. According to Lawrence Yun, the chief economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), this positive turn indicates … Read more

Milton Loses State Grant Funding for Noncompliance with MBTA Communities Law

Milton Loses State Grant Funding for Noncompliance with MBTA Communities Law

State Revokes Grant Funding for Milton Due to Noncompliance with MBTA Communities Law Gov. Maura Healey’s Administration Takes Action After Zoning Change Rejected Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey’s administration announced on Wednesday morning that state grant funding has been revoked for the town of Milton. The decision comes as Milton is found to be in violation … Read more